Cellular/Molecular Technician
Cellular/Molecular technicians work in labs, providing testing services for medical, agricultural and environmental agencies.
Delivery
- 24-week credential of academic achievement
- September admission
- blended delivery
Careers
- labs associated with medical, veterinary and environmental sciences, forensics and genetics, plant and food safety, post-secondary institutions
Admission Requirements
50% English 30, 50% Math 20, 50% Biology 30 and 50% Chemistry 30
Fees
Estimate only. Includes tuition, fees, books and supplies.
Central Sterile Processing
Central sterile processors sterilize medical instruments in health care facilities.
Delivery
- 24-week credential of academic achievement
- September admission
- blended delivery
Careers
- labs associated with urban and rural health care centres, day procedure and operating rooms
Admission Requirements
50% English 30, 50% Math 20, 50% Biology 30 and 50% Chemistry 30
Fees
Estimate only. Includes tuition, fees, books and supplies.
Emergency Medical Services (EMR, EMT, Paramedic)
Emergency medical personnel provide pre-hospital emergency medical care and transportation for the sick and injured.
Delivery
- various intake dates, visit lethbridgecollege.ca/go/EMS
- program utilizes curriculum developed by NAIT as sanctioned by the Canadian medical Association and the Alberta College of Paramedics
Careers
- Emergency Medical Responder (EMR)
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
- Emergency Medical Technologist - Paramedic
Admission Requirements
various, visit lethbridgecollege.ca/go/EMS
Fees
(approximate fees, not including texts and materials)
- EMR: $1,400
- EMT: $7,700
- Paramedic: $24,000
Massage Therapy
Massage therapists treat the body’s soft tissues and joints with physiological and anatomical expertise to ease clients’ injuires and chronic conditions and improve clients’ overall health.
Delivery
- two-year diploma
- September admission
Careers
- massage therapists at massage clinics, hospitals, private health care facilities and sports medicine clinics
Admission Requirements
High school diploma with: 60% English 30, 60% Biology 30
Fees
Estimate only. Includes tuition, fees, books and supplies.
- $8,150 Year I
- $7,640 Year II
Nursing Education in Southwestern Alberta (NESA)
Registered nurses have advanced training in health assessment, health promotion and illness prevention.
Delivery
- four-year collaborative degree with the University of Lethbridge
- first two years delivered at Lethbridge College
- Bachelor of Nursing After-Degree program allows degree holders to fast-track their BN degree
Careers
- registered nurses at regional health authorities, clinics, nursing homes, home care agencies, educational institutions
Admission Requirements
60% English 30-1, 50% Math 30 Pure, 50% Biology 30, 50% Chemistry 30. Must have a 65% minimum average in required courses.
Fees
Estimate only. Includes tuition, fees, books and supplies.
- $5,780 Year I
- $6,100 Year II
- After-degree option: $6,201
Nursing Education in Southwestern Alberta (NESA)
Registered nurses have advanced training in health assessment, health promotion and illness prevention.
Delivery
- four-year collaborative degree with the University of Lethbridge
- first two years delivered at Lethbridge College
- Bachelor of Nursing After-Degree program allows degree holders to fast-track their BN degree
Careers
- registered nurses at regional health authorities, clinics, nursing homes, home care agencies, educational institutions
Admission Requirements
60% English 30-1, 50% Math 30 Pure, 50% Biology 30, 50% Chemistry 30. Must have a 65% minimum average in required courses.
Fees
Estimate only. Includes tuition, fees, books and supplies.
- $5,780 Year I
- $6,100 Year II
- After-degree option: $6,201
Practical Nursing
Licensed practical nurses work in a range of health care settings, performing duties in collaboration with other health care professionals.
Delivery
- two-year diploma
- September admission
Careers
- licensed practical nurses at regional health authorities, continuing care facilities, community care agencies, primary care clinics and schools
Admission Requirements
High school diploma with: 60% English 30-1 or 70% in English 30-2, 60% Math 20 Pure or 70% Math 20 Applied, 60% Biology 30
Fees
Estimate only. Includes tuition, fees, books and supplies.
- $6,180 Year I
- $5,240 Year II
Therapeutic Recreation – Gerontology
Therapeutic Recreation professionals employ recreational activities to enhance the quality of life for seniors.
Delivery
- two-year diploma
- September admission
- on-campus or blended delivery
- only therapeutic recreation diploma in Canada specializing in gerontology
Careers
- assisting seniors at seniors’ recreational facilities, adult independent living facilities, mental health programs, rehabilitation programs
Admission Requirements
High school diploma with: 65% English 30, 50% Biology 30
Fees
Estimate only. Includes tuition, fees, books and supplies.
- $5,450 Year I
- $4,180 Year II
Unit Clerk Training
Unit Clerks keep health care offices running efficiently by transcribing and processing doctors’ orders and organizing staff.
Delivery
- 20-week credential of academic achievement
- January admission
Careers
- unit clerks at hospitals, clinics and long-term care, respite and hospice facilities.
Admission Requirements
High school diploma with: 60% English 30-1 or 65% English 30-2
Fees
Estimate only. Includes tuition, fees, books and supplies.